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01-17-2022, 02:00 PM #2351
Thanks for the comments.
Nice to hear the xc60 is dependable. We've had Volvos before and she's liked them
Would love an 80 series Crusher. Sadly, they are way too big for the garage, and even our driveway apron as the driveway backs into an alley
Thanks for this - the '07 fits in garage, barely - adding to the list
Yup, didn't think of Honda - also added
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01-17-2022, 02:23 PM #2352
Here's what I read from "doing my own research"
Most Volvo XC60s are good to go, but you’ll want to avoid the 2010, 2015, and 2019 year models. The 2010 has an unreliable engine with fuel pump failure being its most notorious issue. 2015 XC60s have reportedly had engine issues like coolant leaking into the transmission, as well as interior accessory defects. The most prominent problem with the 2019 year model is its wheels, which have fallen off or produced strange noises.
And agreed that anything Toyota is stupidly priced - as are most japanese vehilcles nowdays - A 2017 Impreza in the Portland and Central OR market seems to be going for more than I paid for my 2017 outback new...
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01-17-2022, 02:44 PM #2353
In Dec of 2020 we found a low-mileage Mazda CX-5 for $16K. Maybe look for a high-mileage one? Perhaps better pricing than the Toyota equivalent? Not sure if Mazda service is do-able in your small town, though.
Edit: just checked and the CX-5 is worth about two grand more than we paid for it in 2020.Last edited by skaredshtles; 01-17-2022 at 03:13 PM.
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01-17-2022, 03:03 PM #2354Registered User
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Which engine isn't specified, both the 3.2 and T6 had a decently long history already by 2010 but it wouldn't surprise me if the brand new platform had some growing pains. I looked back through the xc60 forum on Swedespeed and it seems like that problem was solved in the first few months of production so after about 4/10 it shouldn't be a problem.
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01-17-2022, 06:52 PM #2355
I have a 2016 Highlander and as much as I want to like it, I really don't. The only thing it does well is charge up our straight shot hill in the city when it's icy like it's glued to it. Going down isn't much fun. It really doesn't like to drive in a straight line. It freaking floats and wanders like a barge. Therefore snowy roads suck. Dry highway sucks. It doesn't appear to be alignment or steering assembly issues. I think it's just poorly designed power steering. It requires weird inputs that I have never encountered before.
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01-17-2022, 07:00 PM #2356
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01-20-2022, 10:43 PM #2357
I’m in the fence between another XC60 and an RDX with 50-75k miles. Not sure how much performance I’ll lose with the RDX, but there are like 50x more of them for sale. And the hope is for cheaper and more reliable pushing into the 200s.
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01-21-2022, 01:06 AM #2358
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01-21-2022, 06:19 AM #2359
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01-21-2022, 06:28 AM #2360Registered User
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There are a few things that go into what pressure to run, the door tag is a good guide but not the final answer. The lack of traction is an indicator it's too high, you may only be getting part of the tread actually on the ground. The other thing it could be is the tires can't handle the load. There are a few numbers on the tires, one is the load rating and my guess is your sidewalls are too soft to support the weight and you're getting that wandering sensation. You probably need an XL rating, that Highlander is well over 4k pounds I think. The door tag # is max cold pressure, go out in the morning and check it. At these temps I'd set the pressure at least 3 or 4psi below that max. Either that or your tie rods and ball joints up front are wasted.
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01-21-2022, 07:55 AM #2361
So the weird thing about the traction is that it charges up our straight line hill like a champ in all kinds of slippery conditions. Which is the confusing part. It really feels like a poorly designed vehicle. Part of the issue is that the sightlines suck so visual cues are hard, it's difficult to get a feel for where it is on the road. The seats are designed to drive in more of a reclined car position than upright like a truck. I crank the seat as much upright as I can as I really prefer truck style seating. I'll check the tires ratings when it isn't so cold. However, the issue is in warm weather too. It isn't a lot of fun to drive on the highway, especially above 70-75. It just seems like it's designed to be an about town grocery getter for a soccer mom. If you don't go very fast it isn't noticable. I much prefer to drive our 2011 Sienna mini-van. I can see and I know where I am on the road.
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01-21-2022, 08:00 AM #2362
Has the car ever had a 4 wheel alignment done?
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01-21-2022, 08:19 AM #2363
Also, ball joints, bushings, shocks/struts could all be contributing factors. Are the tires name brand and/or really old?
My wife's RAV4 suspension leaves a bit to be desired, even with new oem struts and shocks. At the end of the day, its not a performance car. What you are describing sounds like faulty components and/or alignment though.
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01-21-2022, 08:23 AM #2364Registered User
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It could just be shitty calibration of the electric power steering coupled with a soft suspension.
My '07 Highlander is boring to drive but it tracks straight and is super easy to live with. But, hydraulic power steering. It's also a mountain goat with the full time (i.e non slip 'n grip) AWD system.
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01-21-2022, 01:29 PM #2365
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01-21-2022, 01:45 PM #2366Registered User
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It is as you feared.
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01-21-2022, 01:54 PM #2367
Fortunately, you have a car that 1,000,001 people want. Just get rid of it and buy something sportier and less popular. Win, win.
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01-21-2022, 02:12 PM #2368
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01-21-2022, 02:21 PM #2369
The progression from unknown steering/alignment issue to needing a new car is completely reasonable.
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01-21-2022, 03:27 PM #2370
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01-21-2022, 03:36 PM #2371
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01-21-2022, 04:04 PM #2372
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01-21-2022, 04:31 PM #2373
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01-21-2022, 04:39 PM #2374Registered User
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He could discover a Discovery or explore an Explorer or even take a trip through XC land. Toyota anything, somewhat hidden problems notwithstanding, will generate a fair bit right now.
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01-21-2022, 04:43 PM #2375
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